Legislation

City Council Replaces Outdated Language in Realty Transfer Tax Law

Philly Landlords May Be Forced to Pay More in Taxes Under New Bill Aimed at Reducing Displacement of Long-Term Tenants; Councilmember Maria Quiñones-Sánchez says the measure is essential for preserving affordable housing stock.

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City Contractors Must Reveal Leadership Demographics or Lose Chance at Philly Contracts and Deals

Philly Landlords Could Be Required to Pay Rent Assistance Fees for Tenants Displaced by New Developments The proposal would impose a fee on developers building new housing projects in gentrifying neighborhoods, with proceeds used to support rent assistance programs for displaced tenants.

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City Contractors Must Disclose Demographic Data of Board Members and Executive Staff Under New Law

This bill requires companies bidding on city contracts to disclose demographic information about their board members and executive staff, including gender, race, and geographic data.

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